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Overview
This course builds on the foundational photographic principles learned in PHOT 021 and focuses on more advanced concepts and theory. You will develop an understanding of manual exposure control and how to apply this knowledge to available lighting conditions as well as basic external (on-camera) flash photography.
You are required to complete PHOT 021 - Photography Foundations I prior to registering for this course.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- customize an image using ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to control exposure
- produce a controlled lighting set-up, by changing the quality and direction of light on a subject
- evaluate different focal lengths and how they affect perspective, depth, and compression in photography
- apply proper on-camera flash photography techniques under a variety of lighting conditions, using the flash as a main light as well as a fill light
- demonstrate basic portraiture using advanced on-camera flash photography techniques.
Upcoming dates
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Registration for this course closes seven days prior to the start date.
After you've completed this course
Upon successful completion of this non-credit course, you can self-print your unofficial completion document from your Continuing Education student account.
Micro-Credential
Aligned to current industry standards, SAIT’s micro-credentials develop practical, real-world skills and include competency-based testing. Earning a SAIT micro-credential demonstrates to employers you have the required competencies — both skills and knowledge — to get the job done.
Students who successfully complete this course with a final grade of A- (80%) or higher will earn a micro-credential and receive a shareable digital badge.
Costs
Technology
To be successful in this course, you’ll need:
- Access to your own computer or laptop with standard hardware/software requirements.
- Internet access
- Adobe Bridge and Adobe Photoshop
Additional supplies
In addition to the camera needed in PHOT 021 you will need the following to complete assignments in this course:
- An external portable flash unit that can be controlled using manual flash mode (M), and has a pivoting head (not the built-in pop-up flash on your entry level digital camera)
Please visit your local camera experts to discuss options for your budget and ambitions. We suggest The Camera Store in Calgary, who have provided a discount for students of this course.
More information is included on your course receipt after purchase.
Financial support
Financial opportunities are available to help pay for your course fees. Learn more about how to reduce your education or training costs with available awards, bursaries, loans and grants including the Canada Alberta Job Grant.
Applicable certificates
This course applies to the following certificate programs:
- Certification type
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Certificate of Completion
Train your team
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SAIT is located on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7 which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney.
We are situated in an area the Blackfoot tribes traditionally called Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. We now call it the city of Calgary, which is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta.